Nikka Whisky From The Barrel was first launched in 1985 and has been stealing hearts ever since. Built from a marriage of malt and grain whiskies, largely drawn from Nikka’s Yoichi and Miyagikyo distilleries, it is bottled at a forthright 51.4% ABV because anything less would miss the point. The compact, rectangular bottle reflects its concept, "a small block of whisky", but this rich, oily expression has always punched above its size.
This product does not meet all the criteria of "Japanese whisky" defined by the Japan Spirits & Liqueur Makers Association. You can read more on our blog.
Medium-body with good balance. There are notes of cut flowers and fresh fruits, spice, and a little oak.
Full-bodied and punchy. There is plenty of winter spice and toffee, a little caramel and vanilla, and a good mouthful of fruit.
Long, warming and fruity with a little oaken spice.
I normally have jamesons red breast. Would you put a little water with the Nikka
Its got an inviting nose to it.., hints of spice, subtle oak amidst flowery tones, good one to sip on in any weather!!.. pretty down pat; like your master tasters described it. Perfect for Melbourne..Aus. Got introduced to it at a Cool bar called Sloth! Thanks! Boris Lissanevitch Jr.
Pure Excellence, best I've ever had
Seriously good! I’ve tasted a few Japanese whiskies in my time but this one is just so good. Its really intense flavour of sweet caramel & far eastern delight delivers something so very pleasurable. The barrels they use impart a flavour I don’t think I’ve found elsewhere. If my translation app works well enough it talks about a soy or sake effect. Whatever it is it’s bloody good & really value even if it’s only 50 cl. Do yourself a favour & try this. Your mouth will thank you ;-)
A tasty blend from Nikka but a bit expensive as it is only 500ml. Nikka crafted a unique taste of vanilla, japanese plums and dried fruits. ABV is 53% so adding some water will take away the edge. Otherwise a top quality drink from Yoichi, Hokkaido.
